Adam Sichko, Albany Business Review cited for journalism

The Albany Business Review was recognized twice by The Society of Business Editors and Writers' Best in Business journalism awards contest.

Adam Sichko was a winner in the explanatory journalism category for his work on his “A Way of Life Under Fire” package on the community of Ilion, where Remington Arms, the weapons manufacturer, is the major employer.

Here is what the judges said of Sichko’s reporting:

“Great read and a fresh approach to the gun-control issue. Very well reported. Full of human texture. Excellent illumination as well of the overarching theme of the decline of U.S. manufacturing.”

It was the second SABEW award for Sichko, who won a breaking news award last year.

The Albany Business Review was cited as the finalist in the General Excellence category.

This is what the judges said of The Albany Business Review:

“Local coverage done right — with articles of interest to a wider community, such strong “best of” lists. Of note were two outstanding articles, one on how immigrant businessmen are contributing to the local economy despite federal red tape in getting a green card, and a stellar profile on the town of Ilion in a post-Newtown world. The article profiles the mixed feelings of those who work for Remington arms amid anti-gun sentiment in the state.”

The recognition from SABEW comes two weeks after the Albany Business Review and Lead Designer Melissa Mangini won three awards from the Society of News Design.